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I'm passionate about music and singing. I'm passionate about helping others, especially in third world countries. I'm passionate about the environment. I'm passionate about positivity and optimism.

An idea worth spreading

Positivity can change lives.

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• A comment on Conversation: What would you attempt to do if you knew you could not fail?

  Jul 2 2012: Become the worlds greatest opera singer.
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  A comment on Conversation: What are 5 things you have learned that has completely changed your life?

  Jul 2 2012: 1. Follow your dreams. I'm doing this now and I'm realizing its scary because of how dangerous it might be, but I know that in the end, I will be happy because I will know I tried, and I will know that I will never wonder "what if?"
  
  2. Love yourself. When you do, life becomes a lot more beautiful.
  
  3. In the end, everything will be okay. No matter how tough life may seem sometimes, you always have to remember that there is always someone out there in the world that has it a lot worse than you do. And no matter what situation you get yourself into, it'll be okay because life always goes on.
  
  4. Money is not everything. Money is not the most important thing in life. Money can give that illusion, but never fall for it.
  
  5. Forgive. Life is too short to hold grudges.
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  A comment on Conversation: What advice would you give a younger you?

  Jul 1 2012: Always stay positive with any situation. Remember to look on the bright side of things, because somewhere out there in the world, someone has it a lot worse than you. And never forget that in the end, it'll all be okay.

• A reply on Conversation: Should technology (such as cell phones, video games, iPods, etc.), be allowed in camps?

  Aug 16 2011: Thank you so much, Mojtaba. That was very enlightening. Thanks for commenting.

• A reply on Conversation: Should technology (such as cell phones, video games, iPods, etc.), be allowed in camps?

  Aug 15 2011: Hey Christophe! I agree that not being controlling in this rule is very important, but I do believe that if you do decide to enforce such rules, you need to be firm and strong with your decision. I don't have a problem if kids use their cell phones every once in a while. But when it becomes a complete habit that you don't even look up once, that's where I get concerned. Of course, everyone has their own opinion to this, but I believe that we need to find a time to where we can separate nature and technology. I think it'll be so refreshing and fascinating when we open children's minds to what they truly have been indirectly missing just because of some electronics. Thanks for commenting :)

• A reply on Conversation: Should technology (such as cell phones, video games, iPods, etc.), be allowed in camps?

  Aug 15 2011: Hey Mojtaba! I'm very glad to hear that! I want to know when, where, how, and why the feeling brought you pure peace. :) Thanks for commenting!

• A reply on Conversation: Should technology (such as cell phones, video games, iPods, etc.), be allowed in camps?

  Aug 15 2011: Hey Yan! I honestly do believe that those can be complete distractions. Like William said before, although you can use these gadgets for educational purposes, a main reason why they use them usually points towards noneducational purposes. I just feel like if it's becoming difficult to differentiate how, why, and where to use your electronics or not, it's a problem. Thank you for commenting!

• A reply on Conversation: Should technology (such as cell phones, video games, iPods, etc.), be allowed in camps?

  Aug 11 2011: Hey, Rachel. Exactly. And hopefully, in most cases, they realize that they don't need electronics or any type of technology to keep them occupied or satisfied. That maybe they can ooze into the idea that some outdoor activities that they have at my summer camp, for example, can create more joyous memories of childhood than always being on their cell phones. Thanks for commenting!

• A reply on Conversation: Should technology (such as cell phones, video games, iPods, etc.), be allowed in camps?

  Aug 11 2011: Hey, William. In my personal experience in dealing with kids, they become less distracted without the electronics. I see where you are coming from though. Maybe it all just depends where exactly you are. The setting and environment plays a mega role in whether they feel the need to be on their electronics all the time, or not. And I believe that encouraging them to download apps, etc. on nature for the benefit of activities or discussions could only go so far with some kids. Of course, this all depends on the age of the kids as well. Thanks for commenting!

• A comment on Conversation: TED for kids (or high school students)- a TED conference, where students do the speaking, and let their ideas be known.

  Aug 8 2011: This is a great idea. I'm in high school and have ideas and opinions to share. I'm sure so many others have as well.